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Roof surveys in CR6
We cover every part of the CR6 postcode district, which takes in Warlingham, Hamsey Green and Chelsham. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, with prices from £150 including VAT.
Where we work in CR6
Services in CR6
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Storm damage roof report
- Roof leak investigation
- All services
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof so we can match the survey to the roof: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof surveys across CR6: what to expect
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are worn or blocked valleys and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
What you’ll pay
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Photos and a written report every time
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Around Warlingham
Around Warlingham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Lion Public House, Blanchman's Farm and Warlingham Village Primary School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Church of All Saints (under half a mile north) and Warlingham School (0.8 miles north-west). For rail, the closest station is Upper Warlingham station, about 0.9 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Warlingham Park Hospital (1.3 miles north-east) and East Surrey Museum (2 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Nore Hill and South London Downs National Nature Reserve.
Roof surveys across CR6: local notes
Homes across CR6 range from older properties with chimneys and lead flashings to newer houses with concrete tiles. Sooner or later, every roof needs its gutters, flashings and coverings checked, wherever they are in CR6.
London and the South East mix slate and clay tile roofs on older homes with concrete tiles on many later ones. Each roof in CR6 is checked with its age and materials in mind.
Warlingham: With Addington Palace about 3.5 miles north, the area around Warlingham has a long history. If you own one of the older houses, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Keep the report with your property records
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Check we can open the loft hatch
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Landlord and commercial surveys in CR6
Landlords and letting agents in CR6 book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Prices for roof surveys in CR6
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Why act early?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is often been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner.
What to check before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
Questions from CR6
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
How much does a roof survey cost in CR6?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.